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Trend Alert: Bringing Lanterns Indoors

Architectural elements help to add character and substance to an interior. A fine example of this is the current trend of using outdoor lanterns inside.

 

double lanterns

Image via Better Homes and Gardens.

  • Hallway:  Home on the Range Interiors selected contemporary architectural lanterns from Hammerton to light the long hallway in this contemporary rustic Steamboat Springs home .

Hammerton Lanterns add light and interest to a long hallway

  • Entryway. An outdoor lantern is in this entry by Barbara Westbrook, seen in House Beautiful.
House Beautiful

Image via House Beautiful. Design by Barbara Westbrook. Photo: Pieter Estersohn

 

  • Foyer. A painted lantern with seeded glass was used in a rustic Pennsylvania farm house featured in Veranda magazine.
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Image via Veranda Magazine. Photo: Francesco Lagnese. Design: Richard Keith Langham

 

 

For more images of architectural and interior design elements, visit our Pinterest page!

Design Tips and Trends,Featured Products

Sneak Previews of Upcoming High Point Market

High Point Market, the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world, takes place October 13-18. The theme of the show this year is “Fashion Focus”, and many colors and patterns have made their way from fashion to home fashion. The 180 Buildings and 2000-plus exhibitors at High Point are buzzing in preparation for Fall Market, and here are some of the objects they are displaying in their showrooms:

  • Earth tones and grey combined. As this new Hickory Chair coffee table ottoman demonstrates, earth tones (tan, goldenrod, linen, etc.) blend well with certain greys. This year’s Market will have a wide variety of warm greys and cool greys and an experienced designer can customize a color combination that is right for you.
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Hickory Chair ottoman.

 

Dransfield & Ross

Dransfield & Ross

  • Quality wood. Consumers seeking long-lasting investment pieces will find quality furnishings in solid wood or solid wood veneer. Theodore Alexander‘s new pieces are made using time-honored traditions of craftsmanship.
Theodore Alexander

Theodore Alexander "Brunello Nights".

 

“Greige” is still hot this market with neutral shades of beige, taupe and tan creating a backdrop for fun geometric patterns.

Reflective surfaces are also making a reappearance this market.

Pearson Furniture’s heirloom quality and timeless designs always appeal to us.  We love the cozy reading corner below with its soothing color scheme with the interesting addition of the mirrored sideboard and geometric pillow.

 

Items from High Point Market, including those above, are available to the trade only. If you are interested in obtaining the perfect piece or having a consultation with an interior designer, contact Home on the Range Interiors by clicking here.

 

Design Tips and Trends

The Return of Wallpaper

The heavy and too-sweet wallpapers of the 1980s are replaced by more transitional and neutral options. For a calm and timeless look, consider a wallcovering with a crisp abstract pattern that is not too bold or overpowering. Or choose a classic grasscloth, which adds texture and is a good backdrop for original art. Here are some of my favorite options:

  • Abstract. This abstract pattern works in the space because it is relatively neutral and the art on the walls (coordinating serving plates) is plain. A beautiful vintage chandelier and small antler mount add character to the space and keep it from looking cold. To me, this powder room looks fresh and well-balanced.
Image via Houzz, Kohler

Image via Houzz, Kohler

  • Grasscloth. Natural materials are often timeless, and grasscloth is no exception. The warm, textured neutral wallcovering is the perfect backdrop for colorful art.

grasscloth wallcovering

 

  • Large-scale. For an updated look, choose a traditional motif that has been enlarged in scale. Neutral shades keep the large-scale lotus paisely motif below from being too overpowering.
large scale wallpaper

Image via Houzz, Dewey Construction Company


  • Accent wall. Accent walls are something that we have come to appreciate over the years. The bedroom below has an exquisite wallcovering whose beiges coordinate with the textiles and rug. The mix of patterns in this room works well in terms of color and scale.
Image via Houzz, Slifer Designs.


To see more images of wallcoverings and other things that inspire, visit our Houzz page.

When you are ready to use wallpaper in your home, push the “Like what you see” button on the right and get in touch with us to discuss how we can help you with your project!

 

Design Tips and Trends

Wall Street Journal: Stainless Appliances May Be on the Wane

The Wall Street Journal recently ran an article entitled “After Stainless, Now What?,” which reported differing opinions among appliance manufacturers regarding whether stainless is still in style. This conversation and extensive research and development has resulted in an array of new finish options. Here are some of the finishes that manufacturers are confident we’ll see more of in the future:

  • Black Glass. Wolf Appliance has a highly reflective sleek black glass on its new E series. The glass is inspired by the popularity of glass in architecture and black glass on flat-screen televisions and IPads.

 

Wolf appliances
Image  via Wolf.

 

  • Slate. GE is hoping this metallic matte finish in muted gray will be as popular as grey clothing and home furnishings are. Consumer Reports wrote about GE’s appliance options in slate.
GE slate range

GE slate range image via Consuer Reports.

  • Glossy White. Whirlpool Ice Collection has a glossy white option with a sleek, smooth surface that differs from the textured whites that were mainstream in the past.
Whirlpool Ice

Whirlpool Ice image via Whirlpool.

  • Stainless Steel. Bosch strongly believes that stainless steel will continue to reign. LG Appliances agrees.

 

Bosch

Image via Bosch.

Design Tips and Trends

Movie Kitchens that Inspire

A House Beautiful article on famous movie kitchens inspired me to think back to my favorites, and to share images with you below.

  • Something’s Gotta Give. This Hamptons-style home “stole” the film, which was written by Nancy Meyers with production design by Jon Hutman. The sophisticated taste of both these Hollywood figures is quite evident in the set design.
Something's Gotta Give kitchen

Diane Keaton in "Something's Gotta Give" kitchen.

 

Something's Gotta Give

"Something's Gotta Give" kitchen.


  • It’s Complicated. Once again, Nancy Myers created a wonderful kitchen — this time in a casual California style. It’s Complicated, written by Myers, features Meryl Streep as a free-spirited chef with a kitchen to match her personality.
It's Complicated Kitchen

Image via House Beautiful. Credit: Melinda Sue Gordon / Universal Pictures

  • Ratatouille. I like this film so much that I’ve pinned it to my Pinterest page. House Beautiful named the French commercial kitchen on of its “5 Famous Movie Kitchens.” The chef-grade range and hood remind me of La Cornue and Aga.
Ratatouille kitchen

Image via House Beautiful. Credit: Everett Collection.

 

Design Tips and Trends,It's All in the Details

Home Furnishings Do’s and Dont’s

 

home furnishings

Image via Houzz. Design by Culligan Abraham Architecture.

To honor National Home Furnishings Month this September, we’ve decides to share what we’ve learned from our education and decades of experience as interior designers. Here are Home Furnishings Do’s and Dont’s.

DO’S

  • Do purchase furniture with the intention of it lasting for decades. If you are on a budget, invest in fewer high quality pieces and incorporate new objects in the future.
  • Do Look for small accent pieces and accessories at flea markets and garage sales to help you stretch your dollar.  Use these accents to add some interest and color to your decor.
  • Do take your home’s architecture and locale into account.
  • Do purchase items that both you and your significant other agree on. Life is too short to have arguments over decorative details and you can generally come to a compromise that will work for both of you..
  • Do ask a professional interior designer for advice.  It will almost always save you from making mistakes in terms of scale, flow and color and consequently save you money in the long run.
DONT’S
  • Don’t blindly follow trends. Fashion magazines love trends because it encourages people to replace their wardrobe on an annual basis.  Home furnishings, while stylish, are a long-term investment, so embrace this season’s color or pattern only after you have decided that you will love it for years to come and use it only on items that are easily replaced like pillows, throws and small rugs.
  • Don’t buy a large piece without knowing where you will put it and what you will use it for.
  • Don’t give away a family heirloom just because you think it is out of style.  Styles change, but the pieces of your past have personal value forever and add a layer of interest to your interiors.

Take a look at the interiors of Bunny Williams, Mona Hajj and Martyn Lawrence Bullard to see how to integrate beautiful heirlooms with modern styles, ageless textiles and fun ethnic accessories.

For more ideas visit our Houzz page and to find a mix of heirloom quality furniture with fun accent pieces and textiles, visit us at Home on the Range Interiors in Steamboat Springs!

Design Tips and Trends

Living Large in Small Spaces

Even amply-sized homes have certain areas where space is tight. Here are tips to help you maximize your space with style.

  • Bunkbeds. Bunkbeds save space and are a great deal of fun. The built-ins in the sweet cottage nook are great for girls. (Top image.) Adults are also using bunkbeds in vacation rentals, with draperies to add privacy. (Bottom image.)
small spaces

Image via Apartment Therapy. Richard Leo Johnson Photography

 

bunkbeds

Image via Enchanted Home. Design: M Elle

 

  • Kitchen desks. Studies and offices are great. But we all know that many thank-you notes and bills are taken care of in the kitchen. So why not have a built-in desk that coordinates with your cabinetry? It will help remove clutter from the kitchen table.

 

built-in desk

Image via Houzz

 

  • Banquettes. Custom cushions make a residential banquette a cozy area where all family members can make eye contact and conversation over cereal or cards. With nooks like these, a formal dining room (though wonderful) no longer feels like a necessity.
banquette

Image via House and Home

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Image 1: Apartment Therapy

Image 2: The Enchanted Home

Image 3: House and Home

 

Design Tips and Trends,Western Style

Guest Post from Arcadian Lighting – Merging Rustic and Contemporary Styles to Create Beautiful Rooms

Home on the Range would like to welcome Joanna as a guest blogger for our post today.  Joanna has done a beautiful job of catching the blend of rustic and contemporary elements that works so well in our mountain environment.  I am sure you will enjoy Joanna’s post as much as I did!

 

Hi! I’m Joanna, a writer for Arcadian Lighting, an excellent online place to discover brilliant and beautiful lighting fixtures. I adore interior design and really enjoy writing guest posts such as this one here at Home on the Range.  I am excited to be posting about how seamlessly rustic and contemporary styles merge to create beautiful rooms.

The game room in this Idaho retreat is a stylish mix of rustic, contemporary and Mid Century. I am intrigued by the idea of fireplace wood as art.

Contemporary Kitchen Rock Wall

This contemporary kitchen gets its rustic style from wood beams and ceiling, a stunning rock wall and a gorgeous original interpretation of the classic barn door.

Rustic Bedroom Antique

Rustic and contemporary meet here under the rafters in a lovely bedroom design. Antique textiles infuse the space with appealing global style.

Rustic Living Space Pendant Light

A rustic living space is given a wonderful contemporary feel by its furnishings, including a charming daybed at the fireplace. I love the contemporary pendant light in contrast to the rustic wood surrounding it.

Rustic Balcony Home Office

The second floor balcony of this rustic and contemporary home provides more than ample space for a home office. The work surface was created from reclaimed wood. At eye-level when sitting, the expansive windows bring the outdoors inside.

Contemporary Soaking Tub

A deep contemporary soaking tub blends beautifully into its rustic surroundings. The freestanding black faucet immediately caught my attention.

Carved Wood Vessel

What a lovely merging of contemporary flooring and counter top with rustic woods and iron lighting fixture. The carved wood vessel is stunning.

Rustic Closet Rail Lighting

The last place one might expect to see a mix of rustic and contemporary is in the closet. But, this one is a perfect mix of the two—just right for a gentleman’s closet.  The track lights give a nice accents on the wood furnishings.  Images 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8

Contemporary rustic spaces really make me feel right at home.  Which idea would you include in a rustic space  Leave a comment and be sure to visit Arcadian Lighting for more contemporary designs.

 

 

Design Tips and Trends

Fall Color Trends

Pantone, one of the world’s leading color forecasters, has issued its Fall 2012 Fashion Color Report after extensive market research and designer surveys. Tangeringe Tango, Pantone’s Color of the Year, is accompanied by Titanium, which is popular and tones the Tangerine down. The color mix has surprising additions as well.

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Image via pantone.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The colors start in fashion, as demonstrated by this sketch by BCBG.

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And then move into home fashion. Those who are a little bit wary of color can sample Fall color trends with a low-commitment item like a tablecloth, coordinated here with vintage chairs that were easily refreshed with lacquer.

fall design colors

Image via Houzz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The old rules regarding seasonal color (dark for Fall, light for Spring) have gotten looser. Vibrant colors are seen in this year’s Fall forecast, and there is more room for a homeowner to express her individuality.

For more ideas of Fall color trends and more, visit our Pinterest page by clicking here!

 

 

 

Design Tips and Trends

Pinterest – Life Curated

One of the best things about this field is that I get to share design ideas and learn about my clients’ tastes and design visions. The social networking site Pinterest is a dream to me because it makes it so easy to share photos and ideas.  I love unwinding at the end of a day by scrolling through photos on Pinterest and finding the places, quotes and decorating ideas that captivate me.  When I am on other blogs or on Facebook, I will often find a photo that stands out enough to me to save to one of my boards on Pinterest.  I love the fact that I can express various aspects of my personality on Pinterest by finding things that inspire me from all areas of life, and not just focus on interior design…although you will see many boards related to color, texture, rooms and accessories.

Inspirations range from architectural details….

architectural details

Beautiful stone fireplace and wood ceiling

To color and texture inspirations….

 

color and texture inspirations

Inspiration from Urban Farm and Gardens

One of my favorite boards is “doors and windows” because I believe doors and windows allow us a glimpse into the soul of a place.

 

A board that gets me excited is “my bucket list” because I love to travel to get new ideas and meet new people, and when I find a place that merits going into that category, I get excited and begin to dream about going there.  This photo from Romania really appealed to me because of its color and old world charm.

Source: flickr.com via Lynne on Pinterest

 

I created a board called “funny, notable and inspirational quotes” where I put anything that expresses my opinions and feelings about life and relationships. I love to go back weekly to read what I have on that board because it always helps me to put things into perspective!  Here is one of my favorites!  It describes a wonderful approach to life

 

 

View my images on Pinterest by clicking here!

Do you use Pinterest?  I’d love to see what inspires you.

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